Reports

Turning Evidence
into Action

Why our Reports Matter 

Our reports focus on a wide range of issues impacting young people. They, include information about investigations and reviews we conduct, systemic gaps we identify, and recommendations which illuminate where services and supports for young people need to be strengthened. Read the full list of reports 

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Growing Up in BC

Growing Up in BC This joint report between the Representative for Children and Youth and the Provincial Health Officer examines the question, “How are our children doing right now?”  The report finds that while there have been some improvements, vulnerable children and youth, especially Aboriginal children and those in government care, continue to lag behind […]

Paige’s Story

Abuse, Indifference and a Young Life Discarded This report documents the downward spiral of a child who had great potential but never received the protection, nurturing and care she needed and deserved. Professional indifference to her life circumstances continually left her – and at times even actively placed her – in harm’s way. A drug […]

Representative’s Report #23

Reviews and Investigations: Oct. 1, 2014 – Jan. 31, 2015 The Representative for Children and Youth reviews and investigates child deaths and critical injuries to identify and thoughtfully analyze issues, particularly in service delivery. The intent is to help prevent similar deaths or injuries, and to inform improvements to services.  Independently reviewing, investigating and reporting […]


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